How To Safely Jack-up Your BMW

[@illwill007]

those are some super sketchy jackstands for those type of jack pads. good video, thanks!

[@bimmer-tech]

Thanks buddy!

[@SuezInsertS]

Lift from rear diferencial?

[@towhee7472]

Always remove the undercover and visually confirm that there is actually a jacking point. There are loads of people who saw this video and tried to jack up their BMW under their power steering and broke the damn thing.

[@bimmer-tech]

Good point, but haven't heard we mislead people somehow.

[@jeremy8517]

Please be careful and make sure it’s not the spot that looks like it could be the center and instead pick the spot that is a little further. There’s two circle dimples on the f32 but one dimple is right under the eps and its shield, the further dimple is the center jack point. I just did this today and cracked my EPS. my steering is now Jacked up, no pun intended. ☹️

[@bimmer-tech]

Sorry to hear that! Hope you mend you car fast and without spending tons of money :)

[@jeremy8517]

@@bimmer-techit’s a BM trouble U so we’ll see. 😂 Thanks a ton though especially for the awesome vid.

[@CarsMeetsBikes]

This is right. I think this video is wrong and dangerous for showing the Jack point as between those two screws, it is further back. Irresponsible from Bimmer-tech

[@LionHeart567]

Si what's the good hole ton lift the car (fully covered F32 )? The first Big hole just after the central front line "--- O " or the second little hole after, just before the oil plug cover ? That's not clear... Thanks

[@jeremy8517]

@@LionHeart567 second little hole. If you’re underneath the car, coming in from the front of the vehicle, it’s the second little hole, not the first. Both holes are before the oil drain but choose the hole closest to the plug.

[@S_Paoli]

instead of having to use BMW-style jack pads all the time, is there a way to permanently convert BMW's jack points to round rubber shapes? Thanks!

[@bimmer-tech]

Maybe you should ask in your local repair shop? One crafty man should trim the rubber to there right shape. Yes, it may sound a little dodgy, but why no to try?

[@HighGrade_FireBlade]

Make sure you reach half your arms under the vehicle when dropping the rear onto the stands. Makes for a more suspenseful experience

[@bimmer-tech]

Gotta live on the edge from time to time.

[@oscararmenta1593]

How many tons is your jack lift?

[@bimmer-tech]

Will ask the boys lol

[@realmccoy]

Do you have to disable the air suspension on the 7 series prior to jacking up the car?

[@bimmer-tech]

With that case you'd better contact your local mechanic

[@c.s.i.s6284]

There is no central jacking point under the engine on the G20 330i because BMW decided to replace the centre support with an aluminum one.

[@bimmer-tech]

Have you managed to jack up the car using other method?

[@c.s.i.s6284]

@@bimmer-tech I bought aluminum jack pads from ECS to swap to winters so it’s not a huge deal. Also I found the “central jacking point” using Prodemand but it’s kinda sketchy and I don’t trust it. The crossmember is aluminum so I don’t really want to put a jack there but according to BMW that’s where you’re supposed to put it.

[@bimmer-tech]

Great you found the way!

[@hangz602]

What size is the piece of wood

[@bimmer-tech]

It is roughly 12x4x2 inches.

[@FUCKY0UHATERS]

Is the wood from fceuro

[@tumbox9204]

​@@FUCKY0UHATERS😂

[@lovellrodriguez]

a big one

[@Aleph1010]

What brand and model floor jack are you using, i borrowed a buddies jack but it won't fit under the car properly, im guessing i need a low profile jack.

[@bimmer-tech]

Good question - we will ask the boys :D

[@civrev]

You can lift the front up by driving on top of a 2x4 or maybe even bricks. Then jack it up.

[@Updownnnnnn]

@@civrevthis helped a ton ty

[@jjung2005]

Can I use 15" jack stands?

[@bimmer-tech]

it depends if the jack points will not touch vulnerable parts of your car

[@Littlemineslaps]

Are the jack pads 100% essential? Will it still be safe just putting just the jackstand on the point?

[@bimmer-tech]

It will be definitely safer with jack pads :)

[@Littlemineslaps]

@@bimmer-tech do you have recommendations for which ones to buy?

[@bimmer-tech]

Tested quite a few and only recommendation is not to get the cheapest - they might create more damage than good :)

[@dardobartoli]

Thanks for this, my F36 440i has the same complete underfloor cover and I was not confident where the Engine moutning point was. Even now after studying your video I am still filled with trepedation. However it does look exactly the same underfloor cover.

[@edwardferguson1072]

what jack is that? I need to buy one that fits under my 2017 328d wagon xdrive. thks

[@bimmer-tech]

It is a 2 ton Low Profile Floor Jack.

[@AdrianJayeOnline]

simple, easy and straight to the point txs !

[@jacksampson7711]

This does not work on a M340i's. Car is too low from factory.

[@AntLive29]

Why is your jack handle so short?

[@smudent2010]

Easier to use in tight spaces

[@jarkody]

Great video as always. I had no idea about these jack pads. I’m gonna feel a lot safer when I do my own first oil change with these!

[@itskizo912]

how’d it go

[@DRACO1ONER]

​@@itskizo912 he died

[@shawnrender6935]

@@DRACO1ONER 😂

[@tanyaserna5967]

What if I don’t have a jack pad?

[@bimmer-tech]

If the surface which you put the jack on is stable and not slippery, it should work just fine :)

[@LxTxSURGE]

whos jack pucks dont fit inside ?

[@bimmer-tech]

Not ours lol

[@ryanc7652]

Does this apply to bmw f01?

[@bimmer-tech]

Yes, it applies to all BMWs :)

[@anonanon8227]

G80/G82 ?

[@bimmer-tech]

We don't have any film on G80, but we recommend seeing the instruction :)

[@corygreenwood384]

Bro those adapters are crushed

[@rubenaguilera4527]

Good video am mechanich but from Américan car never lift a bmw but i buy a 5 series 2012 now jjjjj

[@bimmer-tech]

Nice 👍

[@monkeyboy80]

I thought you should never jack up your car on the differential 🤔

[@bimmer-tech]

No F30 got hurt in the video :P

[@towhee7472]

You are completely correct.

[@notadoctor2598]

Please read your owner's manual there is no need to use the differential

[@impairsosa2663]

my cars too low to see where im using the trolley jack on x"D

[@bimmer-tech]

BMW problems lol

[@bkboii24]

Thanks for quick tips on lifting this series up!

[@bimmer-tech]

Any time!

[@mikel9735]

Lol. The real reason they got rid of the jacks is to save $. Reduced weight is just a coincidental benefit, and the run flat thing is a convenient excuse.

[@bimmer-tech]

Everything to save weight lol

[@tomhan]

Yeah BMW really needs to save the 10 bucks a jack costs on a 50k car

[@mikel9735]

@@tomhan I never said it was a need. But, it's more economics than anything. BMW made 2,555,341 vehicles in 2023; you say $10. But, rest assured, if they had a jack still, it would likely not retail for anything less than $70 at a minimum, and, realistically, it would like be far more expensive. That is pure profit of $178.8 million. Don't forget the wheels and the tires which you could probably chalk up to another $200 minimum. That would equate to another 510 + million. It's just economics. I agree with OP that, more than anything, it is about weight. But, if you think money is not a factor, that is not likely to be the case. In addition, the lack of jacks and spares drives more people to their service centers and vendors which generates even more money for them. It's not complicated.

[@AudioMoloz]

It not a good ideea to lift from the differential.

[@mattr9089]

You have to, it’s the only rear jack point on the f3X, BMW themselves state it as the rear jack point and to jack by the rear differential case, you just have to make sure not contact the differential cover.

[@senditshop4032]

You lift trucks and semis by the diff.

[@realsaxual2357]

Wrong

[@01123581321341]

DO NOT raise the rear of the car on the differential. It is dangerous and damaging. Use the rear chassis member in front of the differential.

[@davelowe1977]

Everything about this is sketchy. I have zero faith in guessing what's above the front point, jacking on the rear diff is universally condemned and those plastic jack stand points are just a slip off the stand accident waiting to happen. I'm only commenting because i have a 335d xdrive that i need to get in air.

[@bimmer-tech]

Hey! We've worked with quite a few F30 and have been using this method and we are not alone with this one. Do you have any bad experience with that?

[@davelowe1977]

@@bimmer-tech I don't have any bad experiences yet - I watched the (excellent) video to find out how to lift the vehicle. Others have said to use the rear subframe rather than the diff. I wouldn't like to know the cost of replacing that part(!). I don't like these flat underbody cars. I'd like to be able to see the obvious strong parts like the wishbone to subframe connections, and I especially dislike having to buy special adapters for jacks for every marque. It strikes me as ridiculous.

[@rowen898]

Jacking under the differential is the correct way in the official BMW service manual. They do state not jack from the diff cover plate as you would break the bolts. The diff is strong as it has to support the weight and power of the car. I do agree you should not use axel jack stands for flat jack mount points.

[@erizzle67]

I just jacked mine up using a jack pad (first time ever using a jack pad) and It was the first time ever in 50 years having a car fall off a jack. Jack pads: in the trash.

[@Thirrtyeighterr]

lol you must not work on cars often

[@shawnrender6935]

🎉

[@bimmersandars9221]

This is about the worst video ever man first of all that piece of wood on your jack your car can slide off of that. Second of all the those jack stands our garbage your car will literally slide right off of that one wrong push of the vehicle only use Esco jack stands I don't believe bimmertech doesn't have those jack stands.

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi, yes, you're right, there is much more expensive and professional jack equipment out there that would be the best for the job. But since not everyone has the finance/opportunity to purchase one we decided to show a safe 'home way' of jacking up the car.

[@jamers99]

Hardly, I think the worst jack video ever was the clip Dylan showed of the guy crushing his side fender cause he didn't use a proper jack point. And there are dozens more on KZbin if you search. As for Esco jack stands, they do appear to be a good design and have good reviews on Amazon but there are still several dozen reviews indicating manufacturing defects like partial or shoddy welds, alignment issues, and rust. Bottom line, be sure to inspect any jack stand you plan to use for structural integrity. Your life may depend on it. I like to slide a 2x4 block under each tire as an added precaution just in case.

[@PhatBoyiee]

so do you recommend using the ESCO jack stands along with the Jack Pad Adapter for BMW? Do you put the adapter over the rubber piece on the ESCO jack stand? I imagine you want to use the adapter to keep from damaging the BMW jack area. Also how is the ESCO jackstand safer than the jackstand used in the video? Does the ESCO stand offer more stability so keep the car from sliding? One rule I have when working under a car is I would keep the jack in front or back depending on where I was working. I would never solely depend on the jack stands by themselves. I rather be over cautious than dead.

[@Hubscharber]

@@PhatBoyiee The Esco jack stands are perfect, they don't really need the BMW jack point adapters since they're flat topped as well as having a rubber surface. Those jack points are easily replaceable if you manage to damage them, and they usually cost less than an adapter itself. The Esco jack stands: 1. support more weight per stand 2. are flat topped with perfect engagement 3. have a locking pin design that can't be accidentally released like cheap HF stands

[@marksargent2908]

@@PhatBoyiee so, just out of genuine curiosity, how do you manoeuvre around a jack when working directly under the engine bay, say for an oil change?

[@christophermcdonough3466]

There is something hott about this dude I just can't figure it out....=/

[@jma3165]

Gay

[@johnp999]

@@jma3165 You make it sound like that's a bad thing?

[@jma3165]

@@johnp999 it is. Get help you’re mentally ill

[@spiralmoment]

I like the Colors blue and green together.